Sample extraordinary wine and food from Central San Joaquin Valley’s best chefs, food purveyors and wine makers at the 8th annual Fig Fest taking place Saturday, August 13th, 2011 from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm at Fresno State (Agriculture East Lawn). The event will feature freshFIGFEST and dried California Figs, delicious recipes, entertainment and more.

Tickets cost $10 at the gate and $8 in advance with children 12 years & under free. Tickets including wine tasting and a commemorative Fig Fest wine glass are $13 in advance and $15 at the gate. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.

– guest contributor